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SUMMARY:One Too Many 5K
DESCRIPTION:Every September\, the NYS Children’s Alliance organizes a virtual (or in some cases in-person) run/walk/roll to support the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) at Westchester Institute for Human Development in our mission to end child abuse. \nAnyone\, anywhere can join the 5K fun including children and furry friends! Registrants can receive a t-shirt\, compete for prizes\, share photos\, and join teams. \nLearn more about this year’s virtual 5K here! \nIf you are interested in learning more about how to support our Children’s Advocacy Center and Child Welfare\, please contact Liz Pavlovich.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/one-too-many-5k/
LOCATION:Anywhere
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
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UID:17807-1694088000-1694091600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Family Forum:  BACK TO SCHOOL 2023
DESCRIPTION:Tips\, Troubleshooting and Q & A \nCome to this workshop to receive tips on helping your kids transition back to school and troubleshoot special education issues with services and placement. We will be taking questions on all things back to school. You can also share any helpful strategies that work for your family. \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-back-to-school-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230718T152556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T153509Z
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SUMMARY:ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) ACCOUNT Basics
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn more about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts? Come to this workshop where information about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE)\, a new financial savings tool for individuals with disabilities will be shared. What is an ABLE account\, how it works and the eligibility requirements will be discussed. Potential ABLE participants and their families are invited.\nPresented by: Community Support Network \nZoom Registration Link: Click here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/able-achieving-a-better-life-experience-account-basics-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230614T155728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T161859Z
UID:17469-1692268200-1692275400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Soluciones Positivas para Familias
DESCRIPTION:Soluciones Positivas para Familias es una serie de talleres mensuales de cuatro sesiones que brindará a los padres\, familias y cuidadores estrategias positivas y efectivas para promover el desarrollo social y emocional de los niños y abordar el comportamiento desafiante de los niños de 2 a 5 años. Cuatro sesiones\, tercer jueves del mes\, de \n20 de Julio \n17 de Agosto \n21 de Septiembre \n19 de Octubre \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/soluciones-positivas-para-familias-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230707T170112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T170112Z
UID:17545-1692093600-1692099000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families on the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) which is part of the NYS testing program that measures attainment of the State’s learning standards for students with the most severe disabilities in grades 3-8 and high school. Participants will learn about all State assessment options\, what the NYSAA test entails\, the eligibility and decision-making process\, graduation/student exit options and how it will affect a student’s post-secondary planning. \nPresented by: Hudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, NYSED OSE Partnership \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230627T135642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T140004Z
UID:17509-1691575200-1691578800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction:  A Guide for Families and Caregivers about Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Participants will: \n• understand the concepts of SDI. Presented by: Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, and Mid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center \n• understand that there is both federal and state regulation around SDI. • examine what SDI might look like in the classroom and in the home. \n• understand their value as engaged meaningful partners in the special education process and education of their child. \nPresented by: Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, and Mid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-a-guide-for-families-and-caregivers-about-special-education-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230718T142433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T144840Z
UID:17575-1691496000-1691499600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Basics
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for your family member? Come to this workshop to learn some tips and tricks to the application process. When and how to apply\, the eligibility requirements and how to best make the process less stressful. \nPresented by: Community Support Network \nZoom Registration Link: Click here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230622T143140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T144021Z
UID:17499-1690279200-1690282800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transitioning from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE) for Families/Planning the Transition from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE)
DESCRIPTION:This online training will support parents as they prepare for their child’s transition from preschool special education to kindergarten. Topics covered include: understanding the differences between Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee for Special Education (CSE)\, understanding the transition process from CPSE to CSE\, learning how to be an active member of the transition team\, understanding the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transitioning-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse-for-families-planning-the-transition-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230627T142026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T203825Z
UID:17511-1690275600-1690286400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Workshop: Creating Welcoming and Affirming Environments
DESCRIPTION:Creating Welcoming and Affirming Learning Environments is one of four high leverage principles identified in the Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CRSE) Framework. When students feel like they belong at school\, they have fewer absences\, fewer disciplinary infractions\, higher graduation rates\, as well as increased engagement\, self-esteem\, and attitudes. Students with disabilities and students of different cultural backgrounds are less likely to feel like they have a positive relationship with their teacher and that their identities and abilities are valued and affirmed in school. \nExpected Outcomes: By the end of this training\, participants will: ● Understand how a welcoming and affirming learning environment improves student outcomes ● Better understand their own identities and how those identities shape their relationships and experiences ● Develop strategies for creating a welcoming and affirming learning environment ● Identify 2-3 next steps for ongoing professional learning \n* This is a two-part online course offered synchronously via Zoom. Each session will be 3 hours. Workshop dates are: Day #1- 7/25/23 (9 am-12 noon) Day #2 August 1\,2023 (9 am-12 noon). Participants will receive Zoom log-in information 24 hrs. prior to workshop commencement via registered Frontline email. Attendance to both sessions is required for full CTLE credit. \nFor Registration Information: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/culturally-responsive-workshop-creating-a-welcoming-and-affirming-environments/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230613T174131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T184353Z
UID:17462-1689872400-1689890400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Community Pints at Captain Lawrence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening out on July 20th at Westchester’s favorite brewery! Reserve your spot here today! \nWhen: Thursday\, July 20th from 5 pm to 10 pm \nWhere: Captain Lawrence Brewery\, 444 Saw Mill River Rd.\, Elmsford\, NY 10523 \nWho: All ages welcome! \nWhat: A minimum $5 donation gets you happy hour pricing on all beers and cocktails from 6 pm to 10 pm.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/community-pints-at-captain-lawrence/
LOCATION:Captain Lawrence Brewery\, 444 Saw Mill River Road\, Elmsford\, NY\, 10523
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230614T153543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T161953Z
UID:17467-1689849000-1689856200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Soluciones Positivas para Familias
DESCRIPTION:Soluciones Positivas para Familias es una serie de talleres mensuales de cuatro sesiones que brindará a los padres\, familias y cuidadores estrategias positivas y efectivas para promover el desarrollo social y emocional de los niños y abordar el comportamiento desafiante de los niños de 2 a 5 años. Cuatro sesiones\, tercer jueves del mes\, de \n20 de Julio \n17 de Agosto \n21 de Septiembre \n19 de Octubre \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/soluciones-positivas-para-familias-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230628T213151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T155655Z
UID:17523-1689681600-1689685200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Family Forum: Assistive Technology Services at WIHD
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn more about Assistive Technology? It’s any piece of equipment that helps an individual with a disability improve their ability to perform everyday tasks. \nJoin us to hear how WIHD’s Assistive Technology (AT) Program provides services and collaborates with individuals and their families\, caregivers\, teachers\, and/or related service providers to identify assistive technology devices\, adaptations\, and strategies to improve mobility\, communication\, computer access\, access to the school curriculum\, or control over the environment. A brief overview on AT evaluations\, funding\, available training and equipment that is available on loan will be shared. If you are interested in services that are directly available to clients or to students who are in school\, this information session is for you. \nPresented by: Community Support Network and Westchester Institute for Human Development \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here \nPlease note:  In case you are unable to attend on this date\, this session is also being held on 9/19/23.  See the WIHD Calendar for registration information.
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-assistive-technology-at-wihd-at-services/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230523T155952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T160227Z
UID:17403-1689271200-1689276600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Family Forum: Post School Planning for Young Adults Not Going to College
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on program options and considerations for young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Participants can ask any questions they may have including the eligibility process for services through the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and other state service systems\, the types of programs and support services available\, as well as things to consider when selecting or visiting adult community-based programs. \nPresented by: Hudson Valley School-Age FACE Center \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-post-school-planning-for-young-adults-not-going-to-college-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20221205T150628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T223752Z
UID:16216-1689152400-1689170400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:This four-hour parent member certification is for parents/families with children with IEPs. This training is open to anyone interested in learning about the special education process\, or even as a refresher course on CPSE/CSE! \nThis workshop (through Zoom)\, will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process. It will​ educate parents and Parent Members and assist them in developing techniques and strategies to become effective members of the IEP team in their respective roles. Parents or guardians whose child has or had an IEP in the last 5 years\, will receive a certificate for submission to their school district to serve as a Parent Member at CPSE/CSE meetings. \nNote: This is a four-hour training in two parts\, 9-11 am and 12-2 pm with a one-hour break for lunch. (April sessions are 4-6pm over 2 dates.). Four hours must be completed to receive certification. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \nMid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Mid-Hudson Regional Partnership Center (MHRPC)\, NYSED OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/virtual-parent-member-training-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230523T140523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T151455Z
UID:17183-1689076800-1689082200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Life After High School: An Introduction to the Process for Families
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide information on the school to post-school transition planning process for students with disabilities and the transition components of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) starting at age 15. Families\, as essential members of the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, will improve their ability to work collaboratively with school teams in assessing students’ strengths\, interests and needs\, establishing postsecondary goals\, and supporting the needs of students by identifying appropriate transition services that will help to prepare them for adulthood. \nPresented by: Hudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, NYSED OSE Partnership \nFor Zoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-planning-for-life-after-high-school-an-introduction-to-the-process-for-families-9/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230601T100623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T140003Z
UID:17410-1687975200-1687980600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices - Self Advocacy Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Topic – TBD \nPlease join us for this IN-PERSON self-advocacy meeting and note the date change as this meeting will be held on June 28 from 6:00-7:30. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-group-meeting-11/
LOCATION:WIHD\, 20 Plaza West\, Valhalla\, NY\, 10595\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="WIHD%20Self%20Advocacy%20Group":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230504T170503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T171300Z
UID:17007-1687953600-1687957200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Project SEARCH Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us via Zoom to learn more about Project SEARCH at New York Presbyterian Westchester Hospital in Bronxville! This program serves young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the OPWDD system as well as students who are in their last year of high school who can benefit from personalized support in an intensive year of career development and internship experience. The program is a collaborative partnership and it is a community based\, employment training program and is business focused. Please attend this information session to find out more and the eligibility requirements. Presented by: Community Support Network \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/project-search-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230519T140950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T001029Z
UID:17160-1687339800-1687345200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Developing Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness Life-Skills: Life Skills Series for Parents and Caregivers of Teens and Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Life skills\, or daily living skills\, are abilities that our loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities need to achieve their highest level of independence. These include skills related to managing money\, personal hygiene\, medication management\, taking care of living spaces\, laundry\, cooking\, transportation\, and shopping. \nJoin us for our first workshop in our Life-Skills Summer Series: Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness \nDeveloping good personal hygiene habits is an important part of participating in community life. This workshop focuses on how parents and caregivers of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities can help their children who are transitioning into adulthood to develop more awareness and independence in care of themselves and their surroundings. \n\nWe will cover: \n· The process of teaching and reinforcing hygiene life-skills \n· The self-advocate’s perspective on the challenges in developing these skills \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/developing-personal-hygiene-and-cleanliness-life-skills-life-skills-series-for-parents-and-caregivers-of-teens-and-young-adults-with-intellectual-or-developmental-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230220T145105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T210207Z
UID:16578-1687255200-1687262400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Behavior Solutions for Families
DESCRIPTION:Positive Behavior Solutions for Families is a four-session\, monthly workshop series that will give parents\, families and caregivers positive and effective strategies to promote children’s social and emotional development and address the challenging behavior of children ages 2-5 years old. \nFour sessions\, Third Tuesday of the Month\, from 10am-12pm:\nMarch 21\nApril 18\nMay 16\nJune 20 \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \nPresented by:  Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center (LHRPC)\, NYSED OSE Partnership \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-behavior-solutions-for-families-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230523T132044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T152134Z
UID:17179-1686823200-1686826800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:EI (Early Intervention) to CPSE (Preschool Special Education) for Families
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will guide parents through the process of transitioning their child from Early Intervention to the Committee on Preschool Special Education. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/ei-early-intervention-to-cpse-preschool-special-education-for-families-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230519T153129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T154657Z
UID:17171-1686735000-1686742200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Accessing Healthcare: Life Skills Series for Parents and Caregivers of Teens and Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Life skills\, or daily living skills\, are abilities that our loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities need to achieve their highest level of independence. These include skills related to managing money\, personal hygiene\, medication management\, taking care of living spaces\, laundry\, cooking\, transportation\, and shopping. \nJoin us for our second workshop in our Life-Skills Summer Series: Accessing Healthcare \nAccessing healthcare services successfully is a skill that is important to establishing and maintaining a good quality of life. This workshop focuses on how parents and caregivers of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities can help their children who are transitioning into adulthood to develop more awareness and independence when interacting with medical service providers. \n· Get the healthcare provider’s perspective: What types of patient and caregiver interactions do doctors\, nurses and healthcare administrators prefer for a successful visit? \n· Hear directly from one young person with disabilities about what it is like to navigate healthcare services\, and about the path towards a greater level of independence. \n· Learn the process of teaching and reinforcing life-skills necessary for accessing healthcare services to your loved one. \n  \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/accessing-healthcare-life-skills-series-for-parents-and-caregivers-of-teens-and-young-adults-with-intellectual-or-developmental-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230320T162301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T132751Z
UID:16792-1685642400-1685646000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parent University Presents: Transition Planning from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:The transition from preschool to kindergarten can be a time of excitement but it can also be a source of anxiety. Transitions are made easier when families and providers understand the process. This workshop will help participants to understand the transition process\, to be an active member of the transition team\, to understand the difference between services in CPSE and CSE\, and to understand the purpose of an IEP. Parents will come away from this workshop with a better understanding of what to expect as their children move on to kindergarten. \nPresented by: Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, NYSED OSE Partnership \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-university-presents-transition-planning-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230317T154011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T154047Z
UID:16784-1685620800-1685626200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Agency 101 – Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Identifying the agencies who will be working with students and their families post-high school is a critical component of transition planning. Join us as we explore self-determination and its impact on postsecondary success. We will discuss adult service agencies and the different types of programs they provide. \nPresented by: Hudson Valley School-Age FACE Center \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-connecting-individuals-with-disabilities-to-adult-agencies-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230511T162702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T163922Z
UID:17014-1684954800-1684960200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness Month: Ending the Silence for Families and Staff
DESCRIPTION:May is Mental Health Awareness Month! The rates of anxiety\, depression and other mental health conditions continue to increase for young people\, including those identified with additional special education needs. This compelling presentation will educate parents\, school staff and caregivers about the warning signs of mental health conditions\, about what steps to take if your child or a student is showing symptoms of a mental health condition and how school districts and parents can work together to help students. \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/mental-health-awareness-month-ending-the-silence-for-families-and-staff/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230417T124006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T124055Z
UID:16876-1684490400-1684495800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Services and Eligibility
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a workshop on OPWDD services and eligibility. The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Through this workshop you will learn about the range of OPWDD services available to you and your loved one\, and about the requirements for service eligibility. \nPresented by:  Community Support Network \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-services-and-eligibility-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230417T142602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T143720Z
UID:16879-1684414800-1684418400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Planificación de la transición de la educación especial preescolar al jardín de infantes (CPSE a CSE)
DESCRIPTION:Este taller apoyará a los padres mientras se preparan para la transición de su hijo de la educación especial preescolar al kindergarten. Los temas cubiertos incluyen: Entender las diferencias entre el Comité para la Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) y el Comité para la Educación Especial (CSE)\, entender el proceso de transición de CPSE a CSE\, aprender cómo ser un miembro activo del equipo de transición\, entender el propósito de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP). Este taller se llevará a cabo a través de ZOOM. *Por favor\, especifique si prefiere materiales en español y traducción al español para la sesión.* \nPresentado por el Centro FACE de la Primera Infancia de Lower Hudson y Mid Hudson \n  \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/planificacion-de-la-transicion-de-la-educacion-especial-preescolar-al-jardin-de-infantes-cpse-a-cse/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230406T222102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T222209Z
UID:16851-1684411200-1684416600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families on the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) which is part of the NYS testing program that measures attainment of the State’s learning standards for students with the most severe disabilities in grades 3-8 and high school. Participants will learn about all State assessment options\, what the NYSAA test entails\, the eligibility and decision-making process\, graduation/student exit options and how it will affect a student’s post-secondary planning. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \nPresented by: Hudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center (LHRPC)\, NYSED OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230224T181329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T223648Z
UID:16621-1684346400-1684351800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about self-determination skills and its relation to students determining an individualized pathway to graduation from multiple options. Credit and diploma requirements\, the appeal eligibility criteria for all students\, and safety-net options for students with disabilities will be reviewed. Learn how earning a Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential is beneficial in a number of ways and understand the guidelines for the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential which is awarded to students participating in the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) testing program. \nPresented by: Hudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, NYSED OSE Partnership \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230220T144055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T144202Z
UID:16576-1684231200-1684238400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Behavior Solutions for Families
DESCRIPTION:Positive Behavior Solutions for Families is a four-session\, monthly workshop series that will give parents\, families and caregivers positive and effective strategies to promote children’s social and emotional development and address the challenging behavior of children ages 2-5 years old. \nFour sessions\, Third Tuesday of the Month\, from 10am-12pm:\nMarch 21\nApril 18\nMay 16\nJune 20 \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \nPresented by:  Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center (LHRPC)\, NYSED OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-behavior-solutions-for-families-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T104619
CREATED:20230430T202052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T170849Z
UID:16942-1683829800-1683835200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Cyberbullying
DESCRIPTION:This virtual presentation will provide participants with a better understanding of how parents and professionals can protect students with disabilities from cyberbullying which can involve sending mean\, vulgar\, or threatening messages or images through the use of technology such as computers and cell phones. Questions will be answered on what should be done if you suspect cyberbullying and suggestions will be offered on how to prevent online cruelty and the harassment of vulnerable youth through social media. \nFor further information\, please contact: Nancy Nowak at Disability Rights New York: Nancy.Nowak@drny.org or 516.238.1261 \nPresented by: Mid-Hudson Special Education Task Force \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/addressing-cyberbullying/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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